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Doug
DOUG
Pastor & Elder

Doug grew up in the Toowoomba Region and is thankful for God's mercy in his life. He was introduced to Jesus at an early age and it has been an adventure ever since.

He is married to his high school sweetheart Karly and he has two energetic boys.

With a background stretching across high school chaplaincy, youth ministry, and street evangelism, Doug is passionate about seeing Jesus change people's lives and whole communities. He holds a Bachelor of Theology and a Bachelor of Ministry from Malyon Theological College. Doug finds solace and inspiration in hiking, camping, and delving into the depths of non-fiction literature, all the while wondering what God will do next.

Doug
DOUG
Pastor & Elder

Doug grew up in the Toowoomba Region and is thankful for God's mercy in his life. He was introduced to Jesus at an early age and it has been an adventure ever since.

He is married to his high school sweetheart Karly and he has two energetic boys.

With a background stretching across high school chaplaincy, youth ministry, and street evangelism, Doug is passionate about seeing Jesus change people's lives and whole communities. He holds a Bachelor of Theology and a Bachelor of Ministry from Malyon Theological College. Doug finds solace and inspiration in hiking, camping, and delving into the depths of non-fiction literature, all the while wondering what God will do next.




Matt
MATT
Elder

Matt grew up in a christian home and came to faith from a young age.

Originally from Toowoomba, he lived in a number of placed up and down the east coast of Australia before moving back to Toowoomba in 2013. Matt and his wife Lauren have since had two kids.

Matt is passionate about training people to know our Lord and to live for Him.

Matt
MATT
Elder

Matt grew up in a christian home and came to faith from a young age.

Originally from Toowoomba, he lived in a number of placed up and down the east coast of Australia before moving back to Toowoomba in 2013. Matt and his wife Lauren have since had two kids.

Matt is passionate about training people to know our Lord and to live for Him.




Sam
SAM
Elder

Sam was blessed with an upbringing on the Western Downs and came to know Christ in his first year at university in Brisbane. He has since spent time in Brisbane and Melbourne before moving to Toowoomba in 2018 when he joined the Eastgate family, and is thankful as he see God's faithfulness across many different seasons of life.

Sam married Milly in 2022 and they live in Harristown, enjoying the wonder and challenge of figuring out what following God looks like together.

Sam works as a music therapist and enjoys exploring Toowoomba, hiking, spending time on the family farm, and getting a bit too excited when Australia win a cricket match.

Sam
SAM
Elder

Sam was blessed with an upbringing on the Western Downs and came to know Christ in his first year at university in Brisbane. He has since spent time in Brisbane and Melbourne before moving to Toowoomba in 2018 when he joined the Eastgate family, and is thankful as he see God's faithfulness across many different seasons of life.

Sam married Milly in 2022 and they live in Harristown, enjoying the wonder and challenge of figuring out what following God looks like together.

Sam works as a music therapist and enjoys exploring Toowoomba, hiking, spending time on the family farm, and getting a bit too excited when Australia win a cricket match.




Stewart
STEWART
Deacon

Stewart was born in Toowoomba and returned home after University studies in Brisbane.
He joined Eastgate Bible Church in 2016 and takes up the role of Treasurer in 2024.

Stewart
STEWART
Deacon

Stewart was born in Toowoomba and returned home after University studies in Brisbane.
He joined Eastgate Bible Church in 2016 and takes up the role of Treasurer in 2024.




Paul
PAUL
Deacon

Paul is married to Sarah and has three sons and a daughter. He has been involved in many ministries of the church and has had a keen interest in evangelism for many years.

Paul
PAUL
Deacon

Paul is married to Sarah and has three sons and a daughter. He has been involved in many ministries of the church and has had a keen interest in evangelism for many years.




Ian
IAN
Deacon

Ian is a mechanic by trade. He is married to Hanlie and has two beautiful children.

Ian
IAN
Deacon

Ian is a mechanic by trade. He is married to Hanlie and has two beautiful children.




Nancy
NANCY
Kids Ministry Coordinator

Nancy has been living in Toowoomba since 2019. She has always enjoyed being involved in children's ministry and seeing children grow in their love for God and understanding of the gospel.

Nancy
NANCY
Kids Ministry Coordinator

Nancy has been living in Toowoomba since 2019. She has always enjoyed being involved in children's ministry and seeing children grow in their love for God and understanding of the gospel.